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Introduction Basic operations Playback Recording Dubbing Editing Function setup Others
TOSHIBA HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER
RD-XS30B
DIGITAL VIDEO
HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER
RD-XS30B
OWNER’S MANUAL
OPERATIONS
Read “INSTALLATION GUIDE” first.
Printed in China
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Introduction Basic operations Playback Recording Dubbing Editing Function setup Others Introduction Table of Contents Memo Introduction Playback About this product .............................................. 5 Playing at various speeds ................................ 50 Playing in fast reverse or fast forward ..................... 50 Compatible discs ................................................ 6 Skipping to the next/previous chapter or track ........ 51 Index to Parts and Controls .....
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Introduction Basic operations Playback Recording Dubbing Editing Function setup Others Recording Editing Before Recording .............................................. 68 Before Editing .................................................. 112 Technical Information ............................................ 70 Creating Chapters ........................................... 114 Recording a TV programme ............................. 71 Playlist Editing Tips on Recording .............................
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Others Troubleshooting .............................................. 146 Glossary ........................................................... 149 Alert message and corrective action ............ 151 Error Codes shown on the display window ........... 153 Q&A .................................................................. 154 FAQ ................................................................... 156 Recording duration ......................................... 157 Language Code List .........
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Introduction Basic operations Playback Recording Dubbing Editing Function setup Others Introduction About this product Digital AV equipment Playback Restriction This recorder is operated by sophisticated software and This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions for is different from other conventional AV equipment. Within this recorder. Some DVD video discs are produced in a the recorder, a DVD-RAM/R drive and a hard disc drive manner that allows specific or limited operation during are c
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Introduction Compatible discs You can enjoy recording and playback using the HDD of this recorder. When you want to play software or perform dubbing, load a disc into the recorder. There are many types and formats in discs. Confirm the compatibility of selected disc to insure proper performance. Note Depending on the data recording method or the disc status, playback or recording on this recorder may not be possible, even if the disc is labeled as below. In such a case please contact the sales a
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Introduction Basic operations Playback Recording Dubbing Editing Function setup Others On DVD-RAM discs Use only DVD-RAM discs that comply with DVD- To protect recorded contents Slide the write-protect tab to RAM standard Version 2.0 or 2.1 “PROTECT” with something sharp. The recorder cannot record on a disc formatted in any The disc can play, but cannot be other standard. When using such a disc, initialize it edited or erased. Refer to the PROTECT using the disc-format function of the recorder.
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Introduction Compatible discs (Continued) Marks on DVD video discs On handling discs The following are examples of marks and the meanings. Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Mark Meanings Number of audio streams 2 recorded in the disc. (2 streams such as English and Japanese in this example.) Playback side Number of subtitle languages 2 recorded in the disc. Do not stick paper or tape to discs. (2 subtitle languages are recorded in this example.) Number of camera angles recorded in
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Introduction Basic operations Playback Recording Dubbing Editing Function setup Others Structure of disc contents Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and the titles are subdivided into chapters. VIDEO CDs/audio CDs are divided into tracks. DVD video disc Title 1 Title 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 VIDEO CD / audio CD Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 Title: Divided contents of a DVD video disc. Roughly corresponds to a story title in short stories. Chap
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Introduction Index to Parts and Controls See pages with arrows for details. Fr Front panel ont panel 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 10 11 12 13 14 * The above illustration displays the front panel with the cover open. See the following page on how to open or close the cover. 1 ON/STANDBY button pages 18, 19 7 Disc tray page 18 Turns the power on/restores the unit in the Place a disc to play or record. standby mode. 8 Operation Status Indicator (DVD) 2 ON/STANDBY indicator page 18, 19 Indicates the operati
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Introduction Basic operations Playback Recording Dubbing Editing Function setup Others $ Stop ( ) button page 28, 41 To open or close the cover on the front panel Stops playback or recording. Put your finger on the left edge of the cover and pull it down to open. % Play ( ) button page 28 Starts playback. Note • Do not place a heavy object on the cover while it is open. Doing so may damage the recorder. 11 RD-XS30B.Ope(US)p010-017 11 2/15/03, 2:56 AM TOSHIBA RD-XS30B Ope
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Introduction Index to Parts and Controls (Continued) Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 AV1 (TV) OUT RF IN (FROM ANT) RL VIDEO S-VIDEO ( ) AV2 SET TOP BOX I/O DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT INPUT1 BITSTREAM / PCM RF OUT ( ) AC IN TO TV OUTPUT RL VIDEO S-VIDEO OPTICAL COAXIAL 1 AC IN socket page 15 in “INSTALLATION 5 OUTPUT jacks page 17, 21 in GUIDE” “INSTALLATION GUIDE” Connects to the supplied power cord. Outputs video and audio signals to a connected TV or amplifier. 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT/OPTICAL jack pag
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Introduction Basic operations Playback Recording Dubbing Editing Function setup Others 8 VHF/UHF RF OUT (TO TV) output socket page 14 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE” Connects the supplied coaxial cable to a TV. 9 VHF/UHF RF IN (FROM ANT.) input socket page 14 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE” Connects to an antenna or cable signal. 13 RD-XS30B.Ope(US)p010-017 13 2/15/03, 2:56 AM TOSHIBA RD-XS30B Ope
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F R A M P E I / K A S D J U S T Introduction Index to Parts and Controls (Continued) Remote control 1 OPEN/CLOSE button page 18, 19 MENU button* Power button page 18, 19 TOP MENU button page 29 OPEN/CLOSE 2 RETURN button* DVD MENU RETURN TOP MENU CHANNEL button page 18, 72 ANGLE button page 57 ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO CHANNEL SUBTITLE button page 60 AUDIO button page 58 HDD HDD TIMESLIP DV DVD D HDD button page 30, 71 DVD button page 28, 30, 71 V-REMOTE INSTANT REPLAY INSTANT SKIP INSTANT SK
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Introduction Basic operations Playback Recording Dubbing Editing Function setup Others Under the lid REC MODE button page 77 VIDEO Plus+ button page 76 VIDEO Plus+ EXTEND REC MODE TV CODE TV CODE button page 48 EXTEND button page 39, 42 T.SEARCH in “INSTALLATION GUIDE” 12 12 3 45 6 +10 Number buttons page 53, 76 T.SEARCH button page 53 78 9 0 SETUP DELETE CLEAR SETUP button page 132 CLEAR button page 53 To open, raise a lid toward you. DELETE button page 43 To open the lid, hold the upp
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Introduction Index to Parts and Controls (Continued) Display 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 15 14 13 12 11 LPressing the DIMMER button on the remote control changes the brightness of the display (normal/dimmed/off). LEvery time you press the FL SELECT button, the display changes between the channel, title number, and time. The display may not change, depending on the disc or recording conditions. 1 PDC indicator (Programme Delivery Control 8 Title indicator System) Illuminates when displaying the title nu
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Introduction Basic operations Playback Recording Dubbing Editing Function setup Others # Multi display Displays the current time, elapsed time, remaining time, scheduled recording time, chapter number, and message. $ Channel display Displays the channel, external input, title number, track number, and bit rate. % Picture quality mode indicator page 142 The current picture quality mode lights up. The modes are: MN (Manual)/SP (Standard Play)/ LP (Long Play). The MN, SP and LP modes all illuminat
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Introduction Before operating this recorder Is your recorder ready? Loading a disc Refer to the supplied “INSTALLATION GUIDE” manual Check disc compatibility beforehand ( page 6) and and finish the necessary preparations. use a proper playable disc. Caution •Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray. Neglecting this Turning the power on may causes serious personal injury. Keep a close watch (This owner’s manual instructions are based on on children. the assumption that all proper connection
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Introduction Basic operations Playback Recording Dubbing Editing Function setup Others DVD-RAM disc with cartridge Caution Single sided • If the power fails or the power cord is disconnected from a wall outlet while the recorder is in operation (ON/STANDBY Turn the printed side up, and insert the cartridge indicator lit in green), the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc may into the tray frame following the direction of the become recording disabled. In such a case, executing an arrow on the cartridge. initia
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Introduction Before operating this recorder (Continued) Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) If a message appears The recorder provides you with a variety of GUI The recorder will display messages related to (Graphical User Interface) applications to assist your operational status. Respond accordingly, as below: operation of most functions such as customizing of setting, playback or recording. Message Refer to the operation guide on the bottom on each GUI. This will indicate proper button se
